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North American imports of Chilean grapes to hit 40 million boxes in 2023-24

The sector is looking at a total production of 62,5 million boxes, according to Frutas de Chile’s last industry survey. If realized, this would mean a 4% increase over earlier projections, which put production at 60 million boxes.

The rise of mango and tropical fruits: New products and local growth

Tropical fruits have seen increased consumption and interest particularly among U.S. shoppers since the COVID-19 pandemic, as consumers look to more health-focused diets. However, the trend has a global presence with powerhouses such as China, Europe, and Latin America also participating.

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Texas grocery wins guinness record

IFPA leads mission to grow fresh produce exports to South Korea

Activities included retail visits to Garak Market, Lotte Market and Costco Korea and a cultural excursion.

Brazil: Floods in Rio Grande do Sul impact fruit production

In addition to apples, Rio Grande do Sul also stands out for the production of peaches, grapes, citrus fruits, oranges and persimmons.

Citrus black spot is spreading and causing damage in all citrus-growing areas of Tunisia

Less than five years after its initial detection, the disease has now fully spread to the citrus-growing areas of Tunisia, extending beyond Nabeul to Sousse

Apple and cherry utilized production grows in NW

In 2023, commercial apple production in Washington reached its highest volume since 2014, reaching just over 7.6 billion pounds of apples, this makes it the top apple producing state in the United States.

Northwest Cherry industry anticipates a fruitful 2024 crop season

European Union apple and orange production suffer a steep decline

The production decline created a ripple effect that reduced exports and negatively impacted both apple and orange consumption.